Postponed: University of Arkansas Press Celebrating 40 Year Anniversary
Postponed: This event has been postponed until a later date. Go to the Campus Cancellation page for a full list.
FAYETTEVILLE, Ark. – The University of Arkansas Press is celebrating its 40th anniversary with an open house on March 13.
The campus community and general public are invited to drop by press offices at the McIlroy House, 105 N. McIlroy Avenue, any time between 2-6 p.m. to enjoy cake and refreshments.
In addition, the press will be opening up its “book room” for guests to browse hundreds of titles and pick out a complimentary book of their choice.
Metered parking is available at the Harmon Avenue Parking Garage, 8th and 9th levels. In addition, there will be a limited number of complimentary, unticketed parking spots available in the circular drive surrounding the McIlroy House.
About the University of Arkansas Press: The University of Arkansas Press advances the mission of the University of Arkansas by publishing peer-reviewed scholarship and literature of enduring value. The Press publishes books by authors of diverse backgrounds writing for specialty as well as general audiences in Arkansas and throughout the world.
About the University of Arkansas: The University of Arkansas provides an internationally competitive education for undergraduate and graduate students in more than 200 academic programs. The university contributes new knowledge, economic development, basic and applied research, and creative activity while also providing service to academic and professional disciplines. The Carnegie Foundation classifies the University of Arkansas among fewer than 3% of colleges and universities in America that have the highest level of research activity. U.S. News & World Report ranks the University of Arkansas among its top American public research universities. Founded in 1871, the University of Arkansas comprises 10 colleges and schools and maintains a low student-to-faculty ratio that promotes personal attention and close mentoring.
Contacts
Melissa King, marketing manager
University of Arkansas Press
479-575-7715,
mak001@uark.edu
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